A Hand-Up and a Heartfelt Call for Help at Greenhouse Ministries
Murfreesboro, TN - Greenhouse Ministries, 307 S. Academy Street in Murfreesboro, is known for offering more than just food or clothing — it’s a place where hope is handed out daily, often in quiet, powerful ways. Co-founder Cliff Sharp was recently on WGNS Radio when he shared that the nonprofit is currently serving...
Barrett Rifles breaks ground on Rutherford County facility, creating nearly 200 jobs
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WZTV) — Barrett Rifles is expanding its operations in Rutherford County, bringing nearly 200 new jobs to the area. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced the expansion on his X post, highlighting the company's long-standing commitment to the state's workforce. "Barrett has made significant...
Middle Tennessee animal shelters overwhelmed as pet surrenders surge
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Animal shelters across Middle Tennessee say they are overwhelmed, and the problem isn’t slowing down. The SPCA of Middle Tennessee reports getting dozens of calls every day from people wanting to surrender their pets, but there’s simply no space. Staff say that by noon most days, they’ve...
In-N-Out confirms plans to bring ‘treasure’ tradition to restaurants in Tennessee
The tradition, which was inspired by a 1963 movie, began at In-N-Out restaurants in 1972.
TBI says crime down by 19% in TN despite 250 murders in Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released an annual crime report that shows crime is down across the state, including in Memphis and Shelby County. TBI said that between 2023 to 2024, crime was down by 19% and crimes against property were down by 12.13%. Crimes against people dropped just 1%....
How one drive-in theater is bringing a taste of the past to Wilson County
The Stardust Drive-In Theatre has a taste of the past, here in the present.
Murfreesboro leaders looking into expanding Memorial Boulevard
One of the biggest frustrations some Murfreesboro residents have with respect to driving in the city is traffic. To help resolve some of that frustration, leaders have started looking at expanding one of the busiest roadways in the city: Memorial Boulevard.
Hiker dies after venomous bite from ‘most dangerous’ snake in Tennessee
About five people die from venomous snake bites each year in the U.S., according to an estimate from the CDC.
Tennessee employers hesitant to hire amid uncertainty
Tennessee's unemployment rate in July was 3.6%, up slightly from a year ago. Nationally, the rate stands at 4.1%.
Tennessee weighs pros, cons of cutting foreign language graduation requirement
Currently, TN students must complete two years of a foreign language to get their high school diploma, or obtain a waiver to take another course in its place.
